shopping

Do you love the thrill of the hunt? Back in the 80s my mom used to take me to the outlet mall on the way home from Rehobeth Beach, Delaware. We’d bond sorting through bins of tops and racks of sneakers looking for treasure. The outlets weren’t fancy, nor especially trendy, but ...read more

We've updated our original MLK, Jr. children's book roundup with the latest and greatest kid-lit picks. Sit down with the kids today, and read one of these books, and open up a chapter on a meaningful and, hopefully, ongoing conversation about one of the most important and most ...read more

Before I had kids, I wore all sorts of jewelry. Heavy statement necklaces, cocktail rings, big glamorous baubles, impractical hoop earrings, stacked bangles, and pretty little luxuries of every kind. But all that bling went out the door when I had my babies. It was impossible to ...read more

Target… It’s my happy place. Give me my Venti two-pump vanilla latté and unlimited time to explore, and I’m blissfully content. Some people do yoga to get their Zen on; others choose cardio to blast away stress. Me? I go to Target. And I shop. For anything… For ev-er-y-thing! ...read more

I've always loved Nordstrom. It's my favorite store, and also my first place of employment. The summer between my sophomore and junior years of college, I worked in the BP section—and spent my entire earnings on trendy clothes and shoes. (Because, employee discount!) It was back ...read more

To say it's hot here in Arizona is a slight understatement. This past weekend it was 112 degrees here in Tucson and 120 in Pheonix. It's definitely shorts season around these parts! And it's not even "officially" summer yet! I usually stick to my normal jeans/jean capris/jean ...read more

As if growing a child in your belly isn’t hard enough, expectant moms have a lot of planning and preparing on their plates. There are doctor’s appointments to make, childcare to be sourced, and items to register for. It can be downright daunting for a first-timer. And shopping ...read more

Motherhood is a journey. Some say that the days are long, but the years are short. Whether you're expecting, a new mom, an ol', pro or want to honor a special "mother" figure in your life, we will be celebrating right along with you. We are bringing you a special giveaway ...read more

Now that we have feasted, enjoyed the first of many family gatherings, and maybe even traded in our cornucopias for our jolly Santas, the real magic of the holiday season has begun. As you know from our 2015 Holiday Gift Guide that we are already in the holiday spirit and have ...read more

I saw some fun "flat-lays" on Instagram this morning of Black Friday essentials: alarm clocks (for early rising!), sneakers (for running!), and water bottles (for hydrating!). There are some serious shoppers out there who are intent on getting what they want at majorly discounted ...read more

Did you know that this Sunday is Grandparent's Day? A special holiday devoted to all the amazing grandmas, grandpas, nanas, papas, grammys, and grampys out there? (We spend most weekends with my parents--so this sounds like every Sunday to me!) Nevertheless, I have to admit, I've ...read more

It’s like I blinked and he’s off to nursery school… My eager three-year-old big boy. (Excuse me while I go get the tissue box!) My first born’s first day of the much-anticipated “three’s” program is next week, and we’re getting prepared with new supplies, gear, sneakers, and ...read more

Have you checked out our 2015 Back to School Guide yet? It’s loaded with savvy tips, smart tricks, and innovative ideas to help you (and your family!) kick off the season in style and with ease. To celebrate the excitement, we’re co-hosting an awesome BTS twitter party with ...read more

Don't get me wrong—I don't want to wish summer away... But the truth is: fall is my favorite season for fashion. The crisp air and festive colors renew my spirit and inspire my sense of style. And who amongst us doesn't enjoy whipping out that new pair of boots for a walk to ...read more

It's not breaking news to tell you that we take our shopping pretty seriously around here. As such, we're always keen to share products that make shopping easier and more stylish, like smart reusable bags. Reusable shopping bags are essential to save your sanity and save the ...read more

It's Target Baby Sale time! Until Saturday July 11, the biggest names in baby are on sale at our favorite store. I'm excited to share some of my Baby Sale purchases and also share some ideas for how you can take advantage of the current deals, too. But, first, here's the scoop ...read more

There’s a great thing and a not-so-great thing about having a summer birthday as a kid. On the up side—you get to have BBQs and pool parties and relay races and all sorts of fun outdoor celebrations… On the other hand, there’s a good chance many of your friends will be away at ...read more

When it comes to Dads, my husband is a great one. He's always more than willing to jump in and play games with the kids or cook dinner even after a long day at his demanding job. If you haven't already caught on already, our kids love to cook. We're all pretty involved in the ...read more

I’m all about staying busy during the summer... It’s my season. Pool parties, beach dates, playground visits, and weekend getaways—you name it, I’m on board. You see, I like to keep my kids happily engaged during the day—that way, we all sleep like little angels at night. Not ...read more

With a 12 week old at home, there isn’t much distinction between weekdays and weekends. The days just blend into each other and time is one big blur. It could be Monday; it might be Saturday. But, one thing I know for sure: It’s definitely winter—and we’re still stuck inside. ...read more

We all know it's not easy being a teenager—body image issues, bullies, family trouble—they add up. In fact, 47% of girls struggle with self-esteem. But we all know having positive reinforcement in your life can make the world of a difference. That's why a young woman jewelry ...read more

Two of our faves are having not-t0-be-missed sales! So, yes, while my wallet may be feeling the pain of the holidays it's hard to resist these fantastic deals on high quality children's clothes. Here's some info, including our favorites pieces, from the Gymboree big red balloon ...read more

Hi. My name is Kate and I am an Instagram addict. I've shared 725 (and counting) photos with Instagram since taking this photo of a delicious cupcake in January of last year. My phone is always with me, which means my camera is always on call. Instagram has been an awesome ...read more